Omoboye

ODUNLAMI OMOBOYE (1963-2026) 

A Diligent Professional, An Inimitable Family Man and a Devout Man of God

By, Seye Adetunmbi

The God almighty who created man in His own image has a way of blessing every family with outstanding children in the different walks of life. Every child is unique in their own way with the innate abilities to standout in one way or the other through their natural distinctive dispositions. Odunlami Thoney Omoboye was one person of the people in this category due to his integrated godly ways and accomplishments in his 62 years in the land of the living. He was born on October 8, 1963 to the family of Elijah Dada Omoboye in Ejemu compound of Ilero Quarter, Ifaki. His octogenarian mother is Mrs Aina Agnes Omoboye, a native of Ifaki-Ekiti. Odunlami had his primary education at St Michael's Anglican Primary School, Ifaki-Ekiti in the late 1960s to early 1970s and attended Ifaki Grammar School where he belonged to the 1975 to 1980 set. He opted for the medical line to further his education and obtained Registered Nursing Certificate from the Seventh Day School of Nursing, Ile-Ife in Osun-State of Nigeria in 1985. He relocated to the United States of America in 1996 where he earned degree in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the Lehman College, Bronx, New York and went further to obtain Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Clinical Informatics from the New York University (NYU) in 2006. He "cut his teeth" in the nursing profession at the Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex, Ile-Ife where he began his clinical career. As a focused and diligent practitioner, not too long after his relocation, he passed the qualifying exams to become a Registered Nurse in the New York.

He secured employment with the New York City Department of Health where serving the public proficiently and dedicatedly. He worked at HHC Harlem Hospital, New York and  HHC Lincoln Hospital in Bronx. His kindness by nature manifested significantly while providing bedside care at Bronx Care Hospital. He also made his mark in Clinical Informatics as a passionate medical practitioner.

He got married to his heart throb, Dr Mrs Cecilia Omoboye in 1996 and God bless the matrimony with well brought up children in the Christian way - Bunmi, Opeyemi, Foluke and Wole

He was a dotting husband and father

Son and Mother. May God console her

Odunlami and my father, Chief D. O. Adetunmbi were first cousins. His father, Pa Elijah Omoboye a.k.a. Baba Ilorin was the only sibling of my paternal grandmother, Adetunmbi Omoboye. His paternal grandmother, Iya-elepa Maria Omoboye was my father's maternal grandmother. His father and my father were practically brought up as older and younger brothers by my paternal great-grandmother.

Odun and I grew up as brothers. Three plots separated our parents' houses at Ilero quarter in Ifaki-Ekiti. My parents and older siblings lived in their house for a while before I was born. After my father's house was completed in the early 1960s, we called our house "ule titun". He was like my immediate younger brother in the family lineage of the maternal side of my father. A number of times I went to his father's farm in Agbara, close to Esure-Ekiti in company with Baba Ilorin, Odun, his brothers and sisters. We all took bath in the Agbara stream after the day's work on the farm.

He visited me together with his wife at my office in Marina, Lagos during his short visit to Nigeria in 1997

We the children played toronto together in every available space in their compound and our neighbourhood generally. We also shared in the food of my father's uncle, Baba Ilorin each time I played late into the dinner time in their compound. Baba would give every child around him while eating one okele from the plates of food brought by his wives. I looked forward to such opportunity in my childhood days. As a matter of fact, I would deliberately hang around with my cousins who were mostly under the age of 10 then - Bode, Alake, Femi, Iyalola, Odun, Ade, Funke and Oke; roaming around Baba so that we can collect our own okele.

During my visit to New York City in 2013

We attended the same primary school (CMS) and secondary school (IGS) together. The first time I was in the New York I stayed with him. He was a worthy brother indeed. Out of generosity, he was there for family members and anyone who needed his help.
He was a brilliant practitioner in the health sector. Odun left his mark as a progressive intellectual who stood by what is just and the best for the society and Nigeria in particular. He was active as a member of Ekitipanupo Indigenous Intellectual Roundtable and in the debates of Atokeibeirosi forum. The flag was flown half mast on the Atokeibeirosi platform after I broke the sad news of his transition.
No doubt, family members and everyone who associated with him will miss him. It is only God who can console his aged mother.
God giveth, He taketh.
Life indeed is short and for a while.
His time came on February 3rd 2026, and he went home.
It is a reminder to all of us still here that we are all just passing through the surface of the earth.
All we can ask from God is "ki ojo jinna si ra"
Fare thee well, Odunlami, abu mi luka.

Omo eku, omo elu,
Elu ilugbo odo
O gb'agba yun ori Ekiti ya lu

Omo Ewi, omo Akin,
Omo Bobo, omo Efinrin,
Omo Aaye inisin
Oteniwejo,
Ejo tin inyun un tin.

Omo Alagbara
Agbara ila wo rere
Agbara awe gb'okun gbe
Agbara kan we'ri we'ra,
Kan gb'odira okun gbe si
O sun kun iyan ikasin l'ori Ekiti

Omo Ejemu
Ori mi, o ki'arian l'ori
O l'eguru, O l'okuta
O p'ana jare
O ta ana re l'ofa l'orun.
Usu gbo, ale le

O su s'ugbo, o lakaka le
O k'omo usu wa gbo, o d'eyiyi wa be

Omo olona oja kan ti i t'ebo,
O mu 'yan ikasin s'abe eu je
I se l'oju ti data l'ugbi ki mo ti d'Esure.
Aba re li l'ale la t'agbara ko mu d'eti Isurin

Kare o Odun
Mo sayiyun re o
Ka to r'erin o d'igbo;
K'a to r'efon, o d'odan....
O d'oju ala, oni mi ayiye

It is tough to say goodbye, yet we surrender all to God!
Sleep well, my beloved brother, Odunlami.

CONDOLENSES FROM ATOKEIBEIROSI PLATFORM

[04/02, 5:27 pm] Ayo Omowunmi: Oh my goodness.  He was an active contributor on the Platform. May his soul Rest in Peace. Our platform collectively through the Administrators should convey our regrets and condolences to his family.  Very sorry about it Seye.

[04/02, 5:30 pm] Raphael Okunmuyide: May his soul rest in peace, Amen!😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[04/02, 5:36 pm] Wole Akindahunsi: This is very serious and terrible! A week ago I noticed his absence here, I called but no response.

My condolences to you Seye, the family and all of us on this platform. May his soul rest in perfect peace

[04/02, 5:38 pm] Tokunbo Ibikunle: May his soul rest in perfect peace. Seye please accept my condolences and his family. He was indeed active on the platform. May his soul rest in perfect peace.

[04/02, 5:44 pm] Gabriel Akinyemi: So sad indeed 😭😭. 

May God comfort his family and all the loved ones he left behind. 

May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace.

[04/02, 6:02 pm] Bode Ojo: This is so sad. May his gentle soul rest in peace. May God comfort his family and friends.

[04/02, 6:03 pm] Dr. Dokun Adedeji: May God rest his soul and comfort his family. 

Seye, please accept my deepest condolences.

[04/02, 6:12 pm] Segun Sanni: Wow! So sad to read this! Odun Omoboye was a friend and ideological ally in this forum! We will surely miss his principled comments and contributions in the group. 😔😩

[04/02, 6:22 pm] Bode Ojo: The sudden flight of a saint.

My brother has joined the saints triumphant. Tony, omo Ifaki orikiran, was my immediate junior in secondary school -  Ifaki Grammar School, Ifaki - Ekiti. We reconnected on Ekitipanupo several years after we parted ways in 1979. Initially I could not place his face very well because I thought he is one of the Omobulejos.

He was a team player, very humble and amiable. This is a huge loss. I am in deep shock.

There have been too many departures this year, starting from the first day of January. It is necessary for us to pray without ceasing. Life however long, is for a short time.

We miss you so dearly. Fare-thee-well!

[04/02, 6:31 pm] Wale Adeoye: May his soul rest in peace

[04/02, 6:33 pm] Wale Adeoye: May God strengthen the people he left behind to be able to shoulder this heavy cross. May his soul rest in peace.

[04/02, 6:39 pm] Emmanuel Ogunremi: What a great loss! May his soul rest in peace. It is well with the family.

[04/02, 6:41 pm] Deji Adeyeye Osanyinbi: May his soul find eternal peace. Sad news. 😢

[04/02, 6:44 pm] Deji Okeya: 🙆🏿‍♂️Oh no, I used to enjoy his banter with uncle Biodun.  May the Almighty comfort and strengthen His loved ones.😭

[04/02, 7:14 pm] Adedapo Osanyinbi: Seye, sorry to hear about the sudden passing of our dear brother Odun. Be comforted by the inspirations he gave out and do not be depressed but be uplifted by the very life he lived! He has left his footprints 👣 on the Sands of Time! May his soul rest in Peace! My heartfelt condolences to the Family!🕊️✨

[04/02, 7:26 pm] Biodun Adu: This is a wrench for me. Gosh! I am numb. Odun was a favourite of mine, Difficult to take this in as we exchanged banter privately a few weeks ago. May the Good God grant him a peaceful rest.

[04/02, 7:44 pm] Williams Aborisade: Odunnn! We spoke about four weeks ago. I just started to think that it's been awhile, seeking time to call him! Ha!

Rest in peace, oni ayiye

A wonderful fellow.

[04/02, 7:48 pm] Banjo Ogunrosoye: Very sad . 

May the soul of Odun rest in perfect peace .

[04/02, 9:29 pm] Segun Olubummo: I call him Egbon - 

Hard to fathom your sudden demise - but I knew you were done with your work on earth.

Your life taught us a lot - you were intentionally kind hearted, no length you didn’t go to ensure those around you were comfortable.

Your sudden demise is a profound loss to humanity, but, we sorrow not like those without hope, for we believe the Word of God that those who sleep in Christ, will God bring with Him at the rapture. Adieu!!

[04/02, 10:16 pm] Teniola Akande: May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace...🙏🏼

[04/02, 10:25 pm] Mofe Akinbanji: May the Lord comfort the wife, children and mother of the departed at this difficult time.

May his soul rest in peace in the Lord.

[04/02, 10:26 pm] Teniola Akande: Condolence Message on the Passing of Mr. Odunlami Anthony Omoboye

The Governorship Candidate of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP), Mr. Praise Ayodele, has received with profound sadness the news of the passing of Mr. Odunlami Anthony Omoboye, an esteemed and active member of the Atokeibeirosi Initiative.

Although not a member of this platform, Mr. Ayodele and the leadership of the People’s Redemption Party deeply acknowledge the intellectual depth, civic engagement, and quality of discourse that define the Atokeibeirosi Initiative. The loss of Mr. Omoboye is therefore not only a painful bereavement to his immediate family but also a significant loss to a community committed to thoughtful dialogue and nation-building.

Mr. Omoboye’s active participation and contributions to discussions over the years reflect a life devoted to ideas, responsibility, and service. His absence will be deeply felt within the Initiative and beyond.

On behalf of the People’s Redemption Party (PRP), Mr. Praise Ayodele extends his heartfelt condolences to the wife, children, aged mother, extended family of the deceased, and members of the Atokeibeirosi Initiative. 

We pray that the Almighty God grants the family fortitude, comfort, and enduring peace during this moment of grief.

May the soul of Mr. Odunlami Anthony Omoboye rest in perfect peace, and may his legacy of thoughtful engagement endure.

Signed:

Mr. Praise Ayodele

Governorship Candidate

People’s Redemption Party (PRP)

Ekiti State

4th February, 2026

[04/02, 10:28 pm] Sina Fagbenro-Byron: Sincere condolences Seye and to all of us

[04/02, 10:54 pm] Sola Ojo: May his soul peacefully rest!

[05/02, 12:06 am] Gbenga Ogunsakin: His regular banter with Uncle Bee came to me straight. Ki Oloun saanu wa o🙌

[05/02, 12:20 am] Biodun Adu: I will miss him.

[05/02, 1:19 am] Oluwole Osagie-Jacob: May his soul rest in peace. Please accept my condolences.

[05/02, 2:30 am] Prince Sunday Adelusi: May God grant his entire family the fortitude to forebear the lost.

May God grant him internal rest.

[05/02, 2:55 am] James Ayodele: I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your brother. May God console you and all the family sir

[05/02, 3:24 am] Esther Ezekiel Iyang: Sad occurrence. Sincerest condolences to you and the entire family. May his soul rest in peace🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[05/02, 3:39 am] Victor Adewusi: 🤔 Life is short and unpredictable. May his gentle soul rest in eternal peace, and all the loved ones left behind be comforted by his memory. 1, please accept my condolences.

[05/02, 4:04 am] Wole Akindahunsi: Seye, This is my heartfelt tribute honoring Odun Omoboye- a special person who has passed away!

Odun was a true reflection of his humble beginning. He was one of the best on Atokeibeirosi platform. His respect for elders, decency, and politeness are immeasurable.

As an elder, Odun will call from time to time to check on me. And thus, he became part of my family. I am a better person because I knew him, better for loving him, and better for having met him on this platform.

On Atokeibeirosi Odun brought us joy and smile in every debate, wonderful in every question, and love in every opinion. He filled our platform with magic. Laughed loudly, loved freely, and saw the world with a heart that knew no limits.  Odun life was a blessing, his memory a treasure. He loved beyond words. I will missed Odun beyond measure.

My deepest sympathy to Odun’s family. During this difficult time I know there are no words that can ease your pain. But my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rest in perfect peace Odun☮️🙏

[05/02, 5:42 am] Tope Omojola: Oh my goodness, please accept my condolences sir. What a great loss. 

May the good Lord Jesus console and comfort the entire family in Jesus name.

CONDOLENCE MESSAGES FROM EKITIPANUPO

Chief, Accept my condolences. May his gentle soul continue to rest well in peace.

Thanks, Anthony Ayodele

My heartfelt condolence to the family of our late great brother and son of Ifaki Orinkinran, Odunlami Omoboye.
Although I don't remember knowing him here in Ifaki, but Seye, the tons of Tributes I read in respect of him on the Ifaki Patriot platform and this your complete rendition of his Ifaki "oriki" make me to join in saying "adieu" our departed compatriot, Odunlami.
Seye, I say thank you for letting us read and remind us of this your comprehensive "oriki" because am sure you also share same.
God bless you abu mi luka.
Egbon re, 

Tayo Agbelese

May his gentle soul rest in peace
Victor Adewusi

May God rest Pastor Omoboye's soul, and comfort his family. Okanlomo, a ku ara f'era ku
Olumide Fayomi

It's sad to learn of Odun's demise, i remember him representing Chief Seye Adetunmbi at a public function organized by Ekiti Parapo Association of NY, USA to present Scholarship to Ekiti students in Higher Institutions in Nigeria at Ekiti before Covid. May his soul continue to rest in peace and God will give the family the fortitude to bear the great loss.
Aare Taiye Ogunleye

May his Soul rest in peace
Niyi Ojo

So sorry to hear this
May his soul rest in peace and his family and friends receive healing and encouragement. Amen
Debo Adeduntan

May the Lord grant him eternal peace.
Ekitipanupo, hin ku ọra fẹraku ọniyan uyi kọ lọ.
Segun Popoola

Waoh!
I remember Brother Thoney and his impressive contributions during those our heady days on Panupo.
May the good Lord grant him eternal rest and comfort the family.
Okan take heart.
Oloun a tu nyin ninu.
A ku ara feral ku.
Dr Femi Orebe

Our heartfelt condolences to the family. May the soul of the departed rest in peace. Ojo a jinna sira won!
Tope Orolu

Babatunde Nathaniel Omoboye 

(29/5/1959 - 1/2/2026)

Adawa, as he was popularly called, inspired us, his brothers and sisters, over the years by his resilience as a determined and focussed brother.

He first trained in carpentry and furniture, making and was very good at it. After the apprenticeship, his brilliance caused him to go back to secondary school to further his education, and he finished it in flying colours. He later acquired additional technical skills, which enabled him to work in engineering companies and factories in Lagos.

    He was, by nature, a structured person and took up responsibilities at a relatively young age and was very hardworking. God blessed him with a virtuous wife, and his children turned out well. Adawa and his wife complemented each other. They are naturally gentle, humble, diligent in their callings, and God-fearing.

    He applied himself positively in the community where he lived in Lagos-State. He was called Engineer Omoboye by the members of the community. His good nature and leadership qualities manifested during the befitting funeral ceremony he and his siblings gave to "eye elepo" in Lagos in 2013.

    He was always attending every family function at every opportunity. This afforded me the opportunity to see him during the wedding ceremony of the child of boda Sunday in Ado-Ekiti and the traditional wedding of Dupe in Ifaki.

    We were always keeping in touch. He would ask after everyone from time to time and encouraged his family members on their respective endeavours. He acknowledged my message this past Christmas, and that was the last time we exchanged WhatsApp messages.

    How devastated I was can only be imagined when I was told that he passed on 2 days before Odunlami. It was a double devastation for me. I was just exclaiming "oruse"!

Unto Jesus, we surrender all.

O d'igba Adawa.

Omo eku, omo elu,

Elu ilugbo odo

O gb'agba yun or'Ekiti ya lu

Omo Ewi, omo Akin,

Omo Bobo, omo Efinrin,

Omo Aaye inisin

Oteniwejo,

Ejo tin i yun un tin.

Omo Alagbara

Agbara ila wo rere

Agbara awe gb'okun gbe

Agbara kan we'ri we'ra,

Kan gb'odira okun gbe si

O sun kun iyan ikasin l'ori Ekiti

Omo Ejemu

Ori mi, o ki'arian l'ori

O l'eguru, O l'okuta

O p'ana jare

O ta ana re l'ofa l'orun.

Usu gbo, ale le

O su s'ugbo, o lakaka le

O k'omo usu wa gbo, o d'eyiyi wa be

Omo olona oja kan ti i t'ebo,

O mu 'yan ikasin s'abe eu je

I se l'oju ti data l'ugbi ki mo ti d'Esure.

Aba re li l'ale la t'agbara ko mu d'eti Isurin

Mo sayiyun re egbon mi luka.

Sleep well, my beloved brother Tunde.